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  VOLUNTEERING

Those who can, do.  Those who can do more, volunteer. Author Unknown




Volunteers and the people they volunteer for are being enriched by their involvement within the community. Volunteering brings many benefits including the opportunity to make a worthwhile contribution to society, support to community groups, personal satisfaction, development of skills, improving future employment prospects, society benefits and just having fun!

 Kiwanis Volunteers



CURRENT VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

  • BILINGUAL &  MULTILINGUAL VOLUNTEERS

    • Details: We are seeking individuals that can speak 2 or more languages to work in various areas within the centre
    Location: Kiwanis Seniors' Community Centre
    Approximate Hours Per Week: 2-5 hours

     

  • GREETER
    Details:
    • Responsible for welcoming individuals to the satellite location, collecting statistical data regarding programs and activities, processing payments and memberships
    Location: Argyle Seniors' Satellite & Boyle Seniors' Satellite
    Approximate Hours Per Week: 4 hours (on a rotational basis)

     

  • PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR
    1. BINGO CALLER
    2. YOGA INSTRUCTOR, CERTIFIED (approx. 1 hour per week for up to 6 weeks at a time)
    3. LINE DANCING INSTRUCTOR (approx. 1 hour per week for up to 6 weeks at a time)
    4. ARTS & CRAFTS INSTRUCTOR
    5. SUPPORT GROUP LEADER (2 hours/month)

    Details: Responsible for leading recreational programs and activities (may depend on specific interests and talents).  Fitness and yoga instructors must hold necessary certifications.
    Location: Argyle Seniors' Satellite & Boyle Seniors' Satellite
    Approximate Hours Per Week:     1-2 hours

     

    Other Volunteer Roles:  Volunteers are involved in many different roles at all locations, such as:

    • Yoga Instructor (must be certified)
    • Fitness Instructor (must be certified)
    • Clogging and Tapping Instructor
    • Line Dancing Instructor
    • Shuffleboard Instructor
    • Badminton Instructor
    • Carpet Ball Instructor
    • Card Game Instructor/ Coordinators (Euchre, Bridge)
    • Greeting Cards and Craft Instructor
    • Wii Instructor/Coordinator
    • Bingo Caller
    • Choir Member and Choir Coordinator
    • Stained Glass Coordinator
    • Woodcarving Coordinator (Kiwanis)
    • Billiards Coordinator (Kiwanis)
    • Quilting Coordinator
    • Knitting Instructor/Coordinator
    		  

    All roles include such things as: friendly visiting, preparing meals, running groups/programs, advisory committees, and much more!  We always like to hear from residents and members about programs that are of interest to others, that we may be able to include in our repertoire of programs.  If you have a skill or hobby that you would like to teach to others,

     

    Why Volunteer?
    People volunteer for many different reasons which may include:

    • Improve the community
    • Personal satisfaction
    • Develop social networks
    • Gain work experience
    • Utilize untapped skills
    • Learn new skills
    • Build self confidence and self esteem
    • Enjoy the contact they get with other people
    • Maintain existing skills
    • Do satisfying work
    • Meet new challenges
    • Enhance responsibility
    • Find that volunteering looks good on your resume
    • Pathway to employment
     
    • HAVE FUN!

     

    Qualifications
    Vulnerable Persons Police Checks
    It is necessary that each volunteer have a Vulnerable Persons Police Check completed, satisfactory to the requirements and standards of the City of London.  Volunteers are responsible for paying for their own check ($10), and renewals (every 2 years).

    It is the responsibility of staff and volunteers to monitor when their qualifications are up for renewal. Police checks are required to be submitted every two years (prior to the expiry date). When a check expires after the first year, volunteers will be able to sign a letter of declaration to extend their check for one additional year. Please note that typically it takes approximately 10-15 working days for Police Checks to be processed (volunteers are unable to begin their position with the City until their Police Check is on file).

    Confidentiality
    All volunteers are required to submit a signed Confidentiality Waiver. Volunteers will be given the waiver at training.
     


    Next Steps
    If you are interested in volunteering at one of our locations, contact Tracy Drenth, Supervisor by phone at 519-661-2500 x 5769 or by , for additional information, or pick up your 'Volunteer Package' at either centre!

    Click on links below for 'Welcome Package' documents

    WELCOME LETTER
    ABOUT US
    EXPECTATIONS OF VOLUNTEERS & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CITY
    VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
    VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
    VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT


    Volunteers are not paid - not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless.   Author Unknown